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History

Early Life

White Tiger

It was at ESU where he found the tiger amulets that had been discarded by the Sons of the Tiger. By wearing all three of the Jade Tiger amulets, Ayala discovered that he could transform into the superhuman White Tiger In this form, Ayala possessed enhanced strength and almost superhuman ability in the martial arts.[2]

The beginnings of his super-hero career were difficult. He first became a suspect in the death of young Manuel Lopez and was attacked by the Prowler who wanted to avenge his death[3], and next by Jack of Hearts, who believed him to be responsible for his father's murder[4]. When he was confronted by Det. Sgt. D'Angelo, Blackbyrd and his sister Awilda about her brother's disappearance, he revealed his identity to them[5]. After fighting off an attack by mercenaries trying to kidnap Jack of Hearts[6], the Tiger assisted D'Angelo and Blackbyrd in bringing down the Corporation (secretely led by his own brother Filippo) which was behind the murder of scientist Phillip Hart. During the final battle, they received assistance from Iron Fist and Shang-Chi who had been contacted by Blackbyrd[7][8].

Hector enrolled in Empire State University, becoming close friends with Peter Parker, as well as occasional crime-fighting partners with his alter ego, Spider-Man. [9] During a fight with Spider-Man's foe, Lightmaster, Hector's identity as the White Tiger was made public in a live broadcast, costing him his anonymity.[3] This incident had serious consequences for Hector later on, as a maniac named Gideon Mace targeted the Tiger's family. Hector's parents and other family members were killed in a massacre by Mace. Emotionally exhausted by the ordeal, Hector gave up his life as the White Tiger and retired from super-heroics.[10]

But after a while, the call to don the amulets and fight evil became too strong and Hector once again became the White Tiger. Soon after, Hector was framed for murder and convicted despite the efforts of his lawyer, Matt Murdock (Daredevil). Ayala was shot dead trying to escape, shortly before evidence emerged that belatedly proved his innocence.[11]

Enhanced Speed Hector is able to run and move at speeds superior to those of any Olympic athlete.[12]

Enhanced Durability Hector's body is more resistant to physical injury, to variable degrees, than that of an ordinary human.He seems capable of taking several gunshot & puncture wounds as well as beatings and still stand on his feet.[12]

Enhanced Agility: Hector's agility, balance, and bodily coordination are enhanced to levels that are beyond the natural physical limits of even the finest human athlete.[12]

Enhanced Stamina: Hector's body eliminates the excessive build-up of fatigue-producing poisons in her muscles and her musculature generates considerably less fatigue toxins than the muscles of an ordinary human being, granting her superhuman levels of stamina in all physical activities.[12]

Acceleration Recuperation: Especially effective by placing the amulets on the wounded area of her body. He is able to heal broken bones, torn muscles, several gunshot & knife wounds and other severe injuries within moments.[12]

Heightened Animal-like Senses: He can see with greater clarity and greater distances than an ordinary human. Hector's vision extends into the ultraviolet and infrared areas of the electromagnetic spectrum, allowing him to see in near-total darkness and retain the same level of clarity. Hector's hearing is similarly enhanced, enabling him to detect sounds normal humans can't and sounds they ordinarily could but at much greater distances. He can track a target by scent and track them to the exact location.[12]

Abilities

Martial Arts: although he was originally not trained in martial arts and relied on the knowledge and experience from the amulets. Overtime he developed a basic understanding of hand to hand combat.[12]

Weaknesses

Ayala only possessed his enhanced abilities when wearing all three mystical amulets.[13]

Paraphernalia

Equipment

White Tiger Amulet channeled the power of the Tiger God for Hector, the first thing mankind feared in the dark. The tiger spirit was linked to him through the amulets, increasing her abilities under normal conditions, but especially when he was in direct contact with the amulets.[12]